Working Overseas

NZPE has helped 100's of pharmacists find fantastic jobs overseas

NZPE are the experts in assisting pharmacists to find the best work opportunities. Our friendly and experienced consultants are with you every step of the way - from full recruitment solutions to pointing you in the right direction - giving you peace of mind when considering such a huge (and rewarding) career move.

Work in Australia

Do you want the opportunity to travel and work overseas but do not want to go to the other side of the world? There are plenty of opportunities for experienced pharmacists in Australia on a locum or permanent basis. Whether you are wanting to travel around and explore this amazing country or have decided to relocate on a permanent basis, NZPE through our Australian brand Raven's Recruitment (Raven's) will be able to assist you.

Australia is a country and continent surrounded by the Indian and Pacific oceans. Its major cities - Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide - are coastal. Its capital, Canberra, is inland. The country is known for its Sydney Opera House, the Great Barrier Reef, a vast interior desert wilderness called the Outback, and unique animal species like kangaroos and duck-billed platypuses.

Did you know?Under the Trans Tasman agreement you can practice pharmacy in Australia with relative ease. Providing you are registered in New Zealand you can register under this agreement in Australia by completing an application with supporting document for review and approval of the Pharmacy Board of Australia (AHPRA).

Where does NZPE come into it?NZPE has been operating an overseas transfer scheme to Australia for many years. NZPE originally worked in partnership with Raven's Recruitment located on the Gold Coast, Raven's are a specialised Pharmacy Recruitment Agency who have been operating for over 30 years. Raven's acquired NZPE which allows us to ensure that Pharmacists are given the best possible employment conditions in New Zealand and Australia.

Raven's have numerous positions available to New Zealand candidates throughout Australia, many of whom are able to offer cross-training to get you up to speed quickly on site.

Work in the USA / Canada

Work in the Middle East

Saudi Arabia: Allied Health professionals can expect to receive an offer of around 12,900-15,500 Saudi Riyals per month (up to $4,399NZD) tax free + accommodation, flights and six (6) weeks annual leave. You will need to apply for a Visa to be able to work there. Please check your Visa and Passport requirements via Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ministry of Foreign Affairs.For more information about Pharmacy exams refer to: Saudi Commission for Health Specialties

Work in Singapore

For Australian registered Pharmacists with an Australian University Degree there is generally a 3 month pre-registration period. For Australian registered Pharmacists with a degree from a non-Australian University the pre-registration period can be up to 12 months to register with the Singapore Pharmacy Council.